Medical College for Women & Hospital (MCW&H), Uttara, Dhaka
The Medical & Health Welfare Trust (MHWT) run Medical College for Women & Hospital (MCW&H), established in 1992 in Uttara Model Town, is among Bangladesh's earliest and most successful initiatives focused exclusively on women's medical education. Its founding objective was to create a safe, academically disciplined, and socially supportive ecosystem for female students—something that was very rare in South Asia during that period. Over the years, MCW&H has earned the trust of Indian and international families owing to its strong educational foundation, predictable administration, and consistent track record of shaping competent women doctors.
MCW&H is affiliated with the University of Dhaka, widely regarded as the most respected and academically rigorous public university in Bangladesh.
The 550-bed teaching hospital attached to MCW&H is one of its greatest strengths, offering broad training across:
Apart from its academic strengths, MCW&H is highly favoured by Indian female students as it offers an atmosphere that feels emotionally comfortable, socially familiar, and culturally compatible. The women-only setting helps students adapt very quickly to life abroad and eliminates the anxiety very often associated with studying in mixed-gender campuses far from home.
With a total cost of $46,000, MCW&H offers one of the most affordable private MBBS options in the region. Unlike many private institutions abroad where hidden charges are common, MCW&H follows absolutely transparent fee policy with clear instalments and no additional academic surprises. When compared with private medical colleges in India—very often costing between ₹50 lakh and ₹1 crore—MCW&H offers high-quality medical education at a significantly lower financial burden, approximately ₹41 lakhs.
Seat Booking
$5,000
(Non-refundable)
At Admission
$14,000
5-Year Tuition
$30,000
Total Program Cost: $46,000 (approximately ₹41 lakhs)
For any Indian MBBS aspirant evaluating a foreign medical college, one of the most critical considerations is the institutional recognitions and regulatory approvals that determine the international acceptability of the degree. Medical College for Women & Hospital (MCW&H) holds robust academic and regulatory credentials, making sure that its MBBS graduates are eligible for medical practice, licensing examinations, and PG pathways across multiple nations.
MCW&H operates under the direct regulation of:
This ensures that MCW&H follows a transparent, rule-based framework, offering institutional assurance, academic stability, and ethical admission practices.
MCW&H is fully recognized by the Bangladesh Medical & Dental Council (BM&DC), the central authority that regulates medical education in Bangladesh. BM&DC recognition confirms:
As one of the most prestigious public universities in South Asia, the University of Dhaka grants MCW&H its academic backbone. The affiliation ensures:
Medical College for Women & Hospital is officially listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS). This listing ensures:
NMC Recognition (India):
MCW&H is duly recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), India. This lets Indian graduates to:
Global Medical Licensing Examinations:
MCW&H graduates are eligible for:
MCW&H follows the BM&DC and University of Dhaka-approved curriculum, which is completely aligned with the Indian MBBS framework. This diminishes academic gaps that students very often face in countries where the medical structure or clinical exposure differs considerably from India.
Because of the strong curriculum alignment with NMC standards, MCW&H graduates very often adapt quickly to FMGE/NExT style questions and clinical scenarios. This reflects in good FMGE passing rate of this college over the years.
2020
47.62%
10 out of 21 students passed
2022
48.00%
12 out of 25 students passed
For Indian students planning to pursue MBBS abroad, one of the most reassuring aspects of Bangladesh—especially at institutions like Medical College for Women & Hospital (MCW&H)—is the transparent, merit-based, and government-regulated admission system. The entire admission process for Indian students is online through DGME's designated portal, eliminating unauthorized agents, middlemen, or offline paperwork. MCW&H strictly adheres to DGME guidelines, ensuring fairness, predictability, and uniformity for every Indian applicant.
The admission process begins with the submission of an online application through the official DGME platform: foreignstudents.dgme.gov.bd
Indian aspirants must upload the following documents:
All academic documents must be attested by both Ministry of Education (India) and Ministry of External Affairs (India)
Year of Passing Requirements:
GPA Requirements:
NEET Requirement:
Final Admission at MCW&H:
6 galleries with tier seating arrangements, comfortable benches, digital screens and sound systems for clear audio and visual presentations.
Extensive collections of medical textbooks, reference materials, and academic journals covering all fields of medicine.
About 75 hostel rooms for foreign and local students with beds, study desks, chairs, and storage spaces. Options include shared rooms with both AC and Non-AC facilities.
Major nationalized banks readily provide education loans:
These banks offer structured financial support with competitive interest rates and flexible repayment options.
For faster approvals or customized loan solutions:
MCW&H's strategic location in Uttara, Dhaka, ensures excellent approachability from India, making travel convenient, safe, and cost-effective. Multiple airlines operate direct flights from key Indian cities, and students from eastern India can easily travel by road or rail.
Key border crossings:
Daily government and private buses operate between Indian cities and Dhaka
International rail links:
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